Advancing Social and Environmental Justice, Peace building, and Sustainable Development through teaching, research and practice.
SYNOPSIS
In a world facing increasing social inequalities, environmental crises, and geopolitical conflicts, the role of social work and related disciplines has never been more vital. As communities grapple with challenges such as climate change, forced displacement, poverty, and human rights violations, social workers, educators, and researchers must actively engage in solutions that promote justice, peace, and sustainability. This international conference provides a platform for critical reflection, knowledge-sharing, and action-oriented discussions on how social work education, research, and practice can drive transformative change in addressing these global issues.
This conference theme recognizes the interconnectedness of social and environmental justice, peacebuilding, and sustainable development. It highlights the importance of integrating green social work perspectives, conflict resolution strategies, and development frameworks into social work education, policy, and field interventions. As the world strives to meet the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), social work must evolve to respond effectively to these global challenges.
Key Focus Areas:
- Socia, economic, and Environmental Justice
- Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution
- Sustainable Development and Social Work
- Teaching and Research, and Practice for Social Change
The conference aims to empower educators, practitioners, and scholars to explore innovative, evidence- based solutions that bridge theory and practice. By fostering dialogue across disciplines and sectors, the event seeks to catalyse global and local actions that promote peace, justice, and sustainability.
Participants will have opportunities to engage in keynote sessions, panel discussions, workshops, and networking forums that will inspire collaborative strategies for social transformation. These gathering challenges all attendees to reflect on their role in shaping a more just, peaceful, and sustainable world through their work in education, advocacy, and direct practice